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Friday, October 18, 2024, 6:18PM
GAME JERSEYS & SOCKS ARE REQUIRED.
Thursday, May 2, 2024, 12:00PM
The Vipers annual equipment and apparel fitting will be held on Wednesday May 15th. Specific team schedule is listed below. Please try to attend at your specified time. 5/15/24 is the only fitting date. Items will arrive prior to Bootcamp in August.
ATTENDANCE: All 2024-25 players are required to attend. Please bring your knee pads and shoulder pads for proper jersey and socks sizing.
GAME JERSEYS/SOCKS: The Vipers game jerseys will be on hand for proper sizing. (Game jerseys are the long lead time item. To ensure arrival prior to the season, the order will be placed at the fitting.)
RETURNING PLAYERS: ALL players must be fit for new game socks. If your jereys fit, you do not need to re-order jerseys. Please doublecheck your Jersey size and make sure they'll fit in the Fall '24.
APPAREL: We are happy to offer a whole new apparel offering featuring CCM, iSlides, Carhartt,, The North Face, & Bauer. This year the Vipers have added a variety of new apparel options. TSR will be showing all of the new apparel options and equipment. Orders will be finalized at the fitting or the online store which will be open for a limited time during the apparel fittings.
EQUIPMENT: This year the Vipers are offering a custom Vipers pant shell. All Vipers players are required to wear SOLID BLACK gloves, pants, and helmets next season. SOLID BLACK ONLY. You are welcome to purchase equipment from any manufacturer. The Vipers have partnered with TSR to offer discounted prices on equipment and apparel. TSR will have experts on site to answer questions and properly fit each player.
LOCATION: Double Tree By Hilton, 50 Ferncroft Rd, Danvers, MA
  
TEAM SCHEDULES: MAY 15, 2024
TIMES: 5:00 - 9:00p
- 5:00p - 2016
- 5:15p - 2015
- 5:30p - 2014
- 5:45p - 2013
- 6:00p - 2012
- 6:30p - 2011
- 7:00p - U15
- 7:30p - U16
- 7:45p - U18
- 8-9:00p - OPEN FOR THOSE WHO HAD CONFLICTS
Wednesday, March 27, 2024, 12:10AM
 iSlides were recently featured on NBC's hit show Shark Tank.
Gear up for the season by ordering your custom Vipers ISlides today!
- multiple options available
- custom slides in 1 week
Select your ISlide size. They run true to size and all are full sizes. Please use the size chart at the bottom of the page to convert all men's and women shoe sizes into the appropriate ISlide size. Please note: they start at youth size 3.
- Personalize the sides with your name, number or both. Personalization is free!
- Add items to your cart.
- Proceed to checkout
If you have any questions, please email:
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Monday, February 26, 2024, 12:00PM
 Coach Sully has been coaching youth hockey for the past 13 years, mites through midgets. He has his level 4 USA hockey coaching certification. In addition to coaching and playing, he is also an ice hockey official working NCAA, Junior, Prep and high school hockey for the past 20 years.
His focus is on individual skill development, hockey concepts and hard work in a competitive environment. The goal of which is for each player to drastically improve throughout the season.
COACHING EXPERIENCE:
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U16 Vipers, 2024-Present
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09 NS Wings, 2019-24
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U15 Vipers, 2021-22
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U14 Vipers, 2020-21
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06 Middlesex Icemen, 2017-19
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09 Middlesex Icemen, 2017-19
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06 Boston Jr. Rangers, 2015-17
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09 Boston Jr. Eagles, 2014-17
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Melrose Youth Hockey, 2011-14
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Sunday, February 25, 2024, 12:00PM
The Vipers are pleased to announce Drew Palmer will be heading up the 2012 Gold team for the 2024-25 season.
Drew grew up in Pepperell, MA and currently living in Wakefield. Drew's main focus as a coach is to help kids realize their full potential as players and growing their love for the game. Drew and his wife have three boys all involved in hockey. "I have loved being part of their development as hockey players and seeing them become as passionate about hockey as I am."
Drew has a USA Hockey Level 4 Coaching Certification with current training ages up to U16. He will adding U18 training for this coming season. He is also a USA Hockey certified referree, which has given Drew a deeper appreciation for the game.
In 2021, Drew won the Donald McKay Memorial Coaches Award with two VHL championship teams.
Coaching Experience:
- 2012 Vipers Gold, Coach, 2023-Present
- 2011 Vipers Gold, Coach, 2023-24
- Wakefield Youth Hockey, 2010-23
- 06 Shamrocks, Coach, 2020-Present
- Wakefield Middle School Hockey, 2017-20
Playing Experience:
- Gettysburg College
- Jarved, Europa Cup
- Acton Boxborough High School
- Jr Wallce Wallopers
Hometown:
Sunday, February 25, 2024, 11:00AM
The Vipers are pleased to announce Nick Merryman will be returning for the 2024-25 season. Nick brings a wealth of high school coacing experience.
A former resident of Peabody and now lives in Danvers, Nick is familiar and proud to have worn the Vipers uniform for a number of years before entering high school. Now fortunate enough to join the other side of the bench, Nick brings with him the energy needed for the next generation of players. Nick is an experienced founder in the sports and fitness industries including a hockey league, development program, and training facility. In addition, Nick is employed at New England Biolabs — working towards a better world. Most importantly, Nick is a firm believer that with the right people, culture, and values you can accomplish great things.
Coaching Experience:
- U16Vipers, Coach, 2023-24
- Malden Catholic JVB, Head Coach, 2021-present
- Peabody High School, Asst Varsity Coach, 2019-21
- Founder of Washed Up Hockey & Merryman Development
Playing Experience:
- Greater Boston Vipers
- Peabody High School - Hockey & Lacrose Captian, 2017
- Team Massachusetts
- NEC All-Star
- EHL All-Star
Hometown:
Saturday, February 24, 2024, 8:00PM
Monday, January 29, 2024, 9:00PM
The Vipers welcome Chris Monteiro & John Karavales for the 2024-25 season as the 2012 Upper Gold Coaches.
We are excited because both coaches comes with a wealth of experience!
For Chris & John's Coaching Bio, click HERE
Thursday, January 25, 2024, 1:00PM
Wednesday, January 10, 2024, 9:00PM
The Vipers are pleased to announce Jayson Nalen as the 2014 Head Coach for the 2024-25 season.
Jayson was born and raised in Winthrop, MA. He still lives there now with his wife Danielle and two children: Quinn (9) and Charlie (6).
He started playing hockey at 3 years old and still plays to this day. Jayson has been a sitting board member for the last two years for his local youth hockey program in Winthrop. Jayson has been head coaching youth hockey for 15 years at all levels from MDL through Midgets. He has his level 4 USA Hockey Coaching Certification. Assistant coach for this and last season for the Greater Boston Vipers.
Coaching Philosophy: Coach Nalen's focus as a coach is player development, system style hockey, and incorporating hard work with fun. His goal is for every player is for them to end each season as a stronger skater with an advanced hockey IQ and an overall love for the game. Jayson loves hockey because it teaches life skills, such as being a good teammate, getting held accountable, and the importance of hardwork.
COACHING EXPERIENCE:
- 14Vipers, Head Coach, 2024-Present
- 14Vipers, Asst Coach, 2021-23
- Winthrop Youth Hockey, 2009-Present
- Winthrop Youth Hockey, Board of Directors, 2022-Present
- USA Hockey Level 4 Coaching Certificate
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